King, Leonard William

The Seven Tablets of Creation: Enuma Elish Complete

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ISBN 13:
9781451586541
author:
King, Leonard William
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
language:
English
Publication Year:
2010
Pages:
146
Dimensions:
25.4 x 20.3 x 0.8 centimetres (0
Genre:
History, History, Religion,
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£11.96

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The Seven Tablets of Creation: Enuma Elish Complete The Enuma Elish is a foundational text of Babylonian mythology, recovered from the ancient Library of Ashurbanipal at Nineveh. This collection of seven clay tablets provides a unique window into the spiritual and cultural practices of the ancient Babylonians. The tablets contain a narrative of creation, the struggle between gods, and the establishment of the divine order. The Enuma Elish is a significant source of understanding the Babylonian worldview, which revolves around the supremacy of Marduk and the creation of humankind for the service of the gods. The myth also shares parallels with other ancient creation stories, such as the biblical account of Genesis. This text offers a fascinating glimpse into the religious and cultural practices of a long-lost civilization. With its rich historical and mythological significance, the Enuma Elish Complete is an important work for anyone interested in the history of religion and culture.

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